Category: Superminis 
Price Range: £10,775 to £10,775
Roomy, good value, makes quite a statement.
Loses its composure at speed or on poor road surfaces. Horrible gearchange.
If you like the looks, this is a neat way to stand out without compromising on practicality.
It's too early to be sure how the Materia will fare on the used market. The more conventional Sirion holds on to more than 40% of its value after three years, reflecting that car's reliability and the brand's no-nonsense appeal. The Materia isn't a car you could call no-nonsense, but it's built to the same high standard.
To an extent its used value will depend on how popular it proves to be as a new car. It's unlikely to sell in huge numbers, but could well develop a cult following like the Chrysler PT Cruiser or the Nissan Figaro.
